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One Pan Creamy Bacon Chicken Recipe

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One Pan Creamy Bacon Chicken is an indulgent dish that combines juicy chicken breasts or thighs with a rich, velvety bacon and Parmesan cream sauce. The chicken is seasoned with garlic, paprika, and seared to golden perfection before being simmered in a sauce made from crispy bacon, garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. This dish is finished with fresh parsley and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, making it a comforting and flavorful meal that's easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs: 4 pieces
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
  • Paprika: ½ teaspoon
  • Garlic Powder: ½ teaspoon
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons

For the Creamy Bacon Sauce:

  • Bacon: 6 slices, chopped
  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
  • Chicken Broth: 1 cup
  • Heavy Cream: 1 cup
  • Parmesan Cheese: ½ cup, grated
  • Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste
  • Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

For Serving:

  • Mashed Potatoes, Pasta, or Rice: To serve
  • Steamed or Sautéed Vegetables: For serving

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:
    • Season the chicken breasts or thighs with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder on both sides.
    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Cook the Bacon:
    • In the same skillet, add the chopped bacon. Cook over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pan.
  • Make the Creamy Sauce:
    • Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the bacon fat and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
    • Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
    • Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes until it thickens.
    • Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Combine and Simmer:
    • Return the chicken and crispy bacon to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve:
    • Garnish the dish with fresh parsley.
    • Serve the creamy bacon chicken over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, with steamed or sautéed vegetables on the side.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the sauce for a touch of brightness.

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